Computer Hardware - Assignment (ALA)
Personal computer CPU clock speeds range between ____. Multiple choice question. 32-42.5 gigahertz 1-2 kilohertz 1-3 megahertz 1-4 gigahertz
1-4 gigahertz
Sometimes called a convertible laptop, a type of laptop that has a removable, or concealed keyboard as well as a touchscreen so that it can be used as a tablet is called a(n) ___ Multiple choice question. telescoping keyboard flipped 2-in-1
2-in-1
Which two of the following items are commonly included when you purchase a Windows PC laptop computer with a solid-state hard drive? Multiple select question. A universal serial bus (USB) port A wireless mouse An optical drive An operating system
A universal serial bus (USB) port An operating system
Match the following computers with their characteristics. Instructions All-in-one computer Laptop computer Tablet computer Desktop computer Answer: Designed to stay on a desk. Provides a large monitor but takes up less space than a desktop computer Designed for those who need a mobile computer but need to enter a large amount of data Highly mobile device that can be used while standing or even walking Designed for power users. Has a relatively large footprint.
All-in-one computer = Designed to stay on a desk. Provides a large monitor but takes up less space than a desktop computer Laptop computer = Designed for those who need a mobile computer but need to enter a large amount of data Tablet computer = Highly mobile device that can be used while standing or even walking Desktop computer = Designed for power users. Has a relatively large footprint.
Which two of the following are correct statements regarding all-in-one computers? Multiple select question. An all-in-one computer is a stationary device with a separate keyboard and mouse. The motherboard is housed behind the monitor. All-in-one computers are designed to be highly mobile so that they can be used by people on the go. All-in-one computers are hinged computers. All-in-one computers house every component except the keyboard and mouse inside the same case as the monitor.
An all-in-one computer is a stationary device with a separate keyboard and mouse. The motherboard is housed behind the monitor. All-in-one computers house every component except the keyboard and mouse inside the same case as the monitor.
Which computer component found on the motherboard (magnified in the image) is often called the brains of the computer? Multiple choice question. ROM CPU CMOS RAM
CPU
Which three of the following are correct statements regarding clock speed? Multiple select question. Clock speed is sometimes called clock rate. Increasing the clock speed of a processor is called overclocking. The clock speed is the base speed at which the processor performs the machine cycle each second. Clock speed is measured in Megabits per second (Mbps).
Clock speed is sometimes called clock rate. Increasing the clock speed of a processor is called overclocking. The clock speed is the base speed at which the processor performs the machine cycle each second.
A personal computer with a separate system unit (chassis or tower) and a relatively large footprint is called a ___ . Multiple choice question. tablet computers. desktop all-in-one laptop
Desktop
Which three of the following are common types of servers? Multiple select question. File Server Web Server Network Server Personal Server
File Server Web Server Network Server
The amount of space a device takes up on a desk or table is referred to as its _____. Multiple choice question. Area Space Zone Footprint
Footprint
The ___ is a computer within your computer that creates images. Multiple choice question. RAM (random access memory) ALU (arithmetic logic unit) CPU GPU (graphics processing unit)
GPU (graphics processing unit)
Which two of the following statements are correct regarding the CPU? Multiple select question. CPU is the abbreviation for Computer Processing Unit. The CPU is made up of the computer's RAM and ROM. The CPU is integrated into a chip called a microprocessor. The CPU is located on the motherboard of the computer.
The CPU is integrated into a chip called a microprocessor. The CPU is located on the motherboard of the computer.
Which three of the following are external storage devices? Multiple select question. Universal serial bus (USB) drive Random access memory External hard drive Optical (DVD) drive
Universal serial bus (USB) drive External hard drive Optical (DVD) drive
The standard for wireless Ethernet networks is known as _____. Multiple choice question. Wi-Fi USB RSS coaxial
Wi-Fi
Memory, such as RAM or cache, is __ and has no moving parts. Multiple choice question. electronic (solid state) reflective magnetic optical
electronic (solid state)
Small computers can be found in many devices such as anti-lock brakes, programmable coffee pots and thermostats. They come with real time operating system (RTOS). Instructions Small computers that are a component of other devices are called ___ computers. embedded mini integrated portional
embedded
Sold in categories such as CAT5e (enhanced) or CAT6, or CAT7 cable is commonly used for connecting devices in a network. These are commonly called ___ cables.
ethernet
The output of a computer that creates a visual image is called ___. Multiple choice question. resolution graphics audio icons
graphics
The physical parts of a computer such as the system unit (like the tower unit shown) or a monitor are referred to as computer ___.
hardware
The physical parts of a computer, such as the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and system unit are called computer ___. Multiple choice question. hardware Intel software applications
hardware
Memory, such as a computer's RAM ___ Multiple choice question. is often referred to as the hard drive. can be backed up on a digital versatile disc (DVD) or universal serial bus (USB) drive. holds data and programs being used by the processor. stores information after a computer has been shut down.
holds data and programs being used by the processor.
A two-in-one computer combines a large tablet computer with a (usually) detachable ___ Multiple choice question. mouse printer camera keyboard
keyboard
A cell phone that allows you to surf the web is called a(n) ___. This is actually a powerful computer capable of accepting input, processing data into information, providing data, and storing data. Multiple choice question. smartphone desktop 2-in-1 laptop
smartphone
A hardware component that keeps data and information when the device is not powered is called a ____ device. Multiple choice question. storage data memory cache
storage
Devices allowing the retention of data, when your computer has been shut down, for future use are called __. Multiple choice question. register cache RAM storage
storage
The most powerful computers, ___ , can evaluate complex data very quickly. Many of these computers in the United States are owned by the government or major research institutions and can cost $1 million dollars or more.
supercomputer
The location of the computer's ___ unit, which houses a computer's motherboard, depends on the type of computer. For example, in this laptop, it is located under the keyboard. Multiple choice question. main system hardware operating system
system
A computer that is highly mobile, often has a smaller operating system (OS), and uses a touchscreen as the primary input method is called a _____. Multiple choice question. tablet server desktop laptop
tablet
A highly mobile, touch-screen enabled device that is larger than a smartphone and popular with those who use a computer while walking around is a ____computer.
tablet
If you buy a new computer game that emphasizes graphics, or new photo/video editing software for your desktop computer, you may want to purchase a new ___. Multiple choice question. MIDI video/graphics card gaming//VIE card. ethernet
video/graphics card
Which three of the following are commonly associated with laptop computers? Multiple select question. Must have an optical drive Integrated keyboard, monitor, and touchpad Full operating system Mobile
Integrated keyboard, monitor, and touchpad Full operating system Mobile
IPOS refers to the four basic computing functions. IPOS stands for Input, ___, Output, and Storage. Multiple choice question. Processing Programming Planning Production
Processing
Match the following: Instructions Web Server File Server Network Server Answer: Used for data storage. Used to control access to resources such as printers and applications on a network. Used to control access to resources on the Web.
Web Server = Used to control access to resources on the Web. File Server = Used for data storage. Network Server = Used to control access to resources such as printers and applications on a network.
A stationary (non-mobile) computer that combines the power of a desktop with a neat, clean, look is a(n): Multiple choice question. phablet tablet all-in-one laptop
all-in-one
A short-range wireless transmission protocol is known as _____. Multiple choice question. Ethernet WiMaxx bluetooth USB
bluetooth
Running the processor faster than recommended by the manufacturer is called _____. This can increase performance and speed, but also can also void the manufacturer warranty. Multiple choice question. clock speed hyperthreading overspeeding overclocking
overclocking
A set of rules for communication between devices that determine how data are transmitted and received is called a ___ .
protocol
IP, FTP, HTTP, and HTTPS are all acronyms that describe different ____.
protocol
Wi-Fi waves are basically _____ waves. Multiple choice question. sound infrared radio gnarly
radio
Digital device manufactures include separate chips of storage (nonvolatile) that contain instructions not designed to be rewritten or removed. An example of these instructions includes the basic input-output system (BIOS). This type of storage is separate from the hard drive and is referred to as ____-only memory (ROM).
read
In an all-in-one computer, such as the one pictured in the image, the motherboard is housed behind the ___.
screen
A type of interface that enables communication between digital devices, allows data transfer, and for devices to be electrically charged is called Universal ___ Bus.
serial
A computer system in a network that is shared by multiple users is called a ___.
server
Smartphones owe much of their popularity and computing flexibility to ___ . Multiple choice question. apps (applications) drivers keyboards operating systems
apps (applications)
A TV remote usually uses _____ radio waves. Multiple choice question. directional fiber optic microwave IR (infrared)
IR (infrared)
IrDA stands for the ___Data Association which establishes the protocols for infrared communication transfer.
Infrared
Memory and ___ hold data used by processors.
cache
Programs and data currently being used by the processor are placed in the ___. Multiple choice question. DVD drive ROM RAM Hard drive
RAM
The instructions needed to boot-up a computer, such as the basic input/output system (BIOS), are typically stored in _____. Multiple choice question. ROM (Read Only Memory) Register L3 Cache RAM (Random Access Memory)
ROM (Read Only Memory)
Which three of the following devices are computers? Multiple select question. Smartphone Router Gaming console Laptop
Smartphone Gaming console Laptop
Because its radio waves can pass through walls or desktops, ___-capable devices have become very popular. Multiple choice question. fiber optic infrared (IrDA) microwave Bluetooth
bluetooth
It is important to be able to identify the different types of computers. For example, what do you call a computer that has a separate chassis (or tower) that connects to separate peripherals such as the monitor, keyboard, and mouse? Instructions The computer in the image is a ___ ___ desktop laptop tablet all-in-one
desktop
A multicore processor has the ability to execute two or more sets of instructions at the same time. This is called _____. Multiple choice question. digitizing overclocking hypertexting hyperthreading
hyperthreading
A mobile hinged computer with an integrated keyboard that uses a full operating system is called a notebook or a ____ computer. Multiple choice question. 2-in-1 desktop server laptop phablet
laptop
While an advanced research laboratory might have a supercomputer, a business that handles numerous simultaneous transactions would not need a supercomputer. Instructions An organization that needs to process thousands of simultaneous transactions probably has a ___ computer
mainframe
Devices that integrate the computer case (chassis) and system components into the monitor, but have an external keyboard and mouse are called ___ computers Multiple choice question. all-in-one laptop desktop tablet computers.
all-in-one
Data from the hard drive reaches the CPU ___ than data from the RAM. Multiple choice question. slower faster at about the same speed you cannot measure this
slower
The average tablet computer has a: Multiple choice question. same size of storage capacity much larger hard drive than the average laptop computer. larger storage capacity smaller storage capacity
smaller storage capacity
Match the location of the motherboard in each device. Instructions Desktop Laptop Smartphone Answers: In tower or chassis Beneath the keyboard. Behind the touchscreen
Desktop = In tower or chassis Laptop = Beneath the keyboard. Smartphone = Behind the touchscreen
Click 3 characteristics of desktop computers. Multiple select question. Desktops are often used in offices since they do not need to be mobile. Desktops allow for relatively easy upgrade and expansion. Desktops use a full OS. Desktops are useful for those who need a computer they can walk around with.
Desktops are often used in offices since they do not need to be mobile. Desktops allow for relatively easy upgrade and expansion. Desktops use a full OS.
Which two of the following are used for measuring typical hard drive capacities for personal computers? Multiple select question. Gigabytes Terabytes Kilobytes Megabytes
Gigabytes Terabytes
___ is the standard for video and audio input into televisions today. Multiple choice question. HDMI USB (Universal Serial Bus) MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) SVGA (Super Video Graphics Array)
HDMI
Select 3 characteristics of a tablet computer. Multiple select question. Has as a touchscreen Usually has a mobile operating system Is highly mobile Comes with an integrated, physical, keyboard
Has as a touchscreen Usually has a mobile operating system Is highly mobile
Put the steps of the information processing cycle in the correct order, with the first step at the top. Instructions Choice 1 of 4. Input Choice 2 of 4. Output Choice 3 of 4. Store Choice 4 of 4. Process
Input Process Output Store
Match the following statements about mainframes and supercomputers to the correct term. Instructions Mainframe Supercomputer Answer: More powerful than a server, less powerful than a supercomputer. Not designed to calculate huge formulas, but able to manage thousands of transactions simultaneously. Often operated by businesses such as large banks or credit card companies. Most powerful type of computer. Many of these are owned by research universities and government agencies such as the NSA. NASA uses them to determine gravitational fluctuations that might indicate additional planets in the solar system
Mainframe = More powerful than a server, less powerful than a supercomputer. ; Often operated by businesses such as large banks or credit card companies. ; Not designed to calculate huge formulas, but able to manage thousands of transactions simultaneously. Supercomputer = Many of these are owned by research universities and government agencies such as the NSA. ; Most powerful type of computer. ; NASA uses them to determine gravitational fluctuations that might indicate additional planets in the solar system
Devices that integrate the computer case (chassis) and system components into the monitor, but have an external keyboard and mouse are called ___ computers Multiple choice question. tablet computers. all-in-one desktop laptop
all-in-one
Data flows between different parts of the computer via _____ . Multiple choice question. RAM (random access memory) buses hard drive GPU (Graphics Processing Unit)
buses
A high-speed storage area usually located directly on the CPU is called ____ .
cache
In addition to the RAM, modern processors temporarily keep frequently accessed data in a _____. Multiple choice question. Blu-ray cache DVD hard drive
cache
A digital device that accepts input, processes and stores the input, and provides output is a ____. Multiple choice question. monitor modem router computer
computer
While not designed to solve complex technical formulas, a computer that is more powerful than a server computer, and used by organizations to process large numbers of transactions simultaneously is called a ___.
mainframe
Two or more complete processors residing on the same chip and can execute two or more sets of instructions at a time is called a ___-core processor.
multi
High-Definition ___Interface is a standard interface for audio-video connectivity which allows for the transmission of high-definition audio and video signals.
multimedia
When a computer is shut down, the information in the memory (the RAM, the caches, the registers) is ___. Multiple choice question. transferred to the computer's hard drive saved temporarily not saved stored for future use
not saved
